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Double-Facers Or Double-Backers by Madison Cards

Created by: Madison Cards

Double-Facers Or Double-Backers is a specialized close-up card magic effect that utilizes gaff cards designed to integrate seamlessly with standard decks like The MAD Deck from Madison Cards. Spectators witness impossible transformations, changes, and sandwich effects where cards appear to change faces or backs instantly, creating visually impactful moments of magic. This type of magic involves custom gaff work where specially printed cards (with different faces on each side or double backs) enable deceptive routines that would be impossible with a regular deck alone. Buyers should know this is an advanced tool requiring natural handling and integration into existing card magic repertoire, and it's specifically designed to complement custom decks like The MAD Deck for maximum deceptive potential.

Key features

  • Designed to integrate seamlessly with standard decks like The MAD Deck

  • Enables transformations, changes, and sandwich effects in card magic

  • Requires natural handling to maximize deceptive potential

  • Part of a specialized gaff set that expands card magic possibilities

  • Ideal for magicians interested in custom gaff work and advanced routines

Pros

  • Creates visually impactful and deceptive routines

  • Seamlessly integrates with standard decks for natural performance

  • Expands possibilities beyond regular card magic

  • Well-designed for professional, hard-hitting effects

Cons

  • Requires advanced handling skills and practice

  • Specifically designed for compatibility with certain custom decks

  • May be less versatile for magicians not using compatible decks

Effect

The Double-Facers Or Double-Backers trick uses special cards to create visual transformations. To an audience, a selected card may change into a different card instantly. A card may also appear to be face-up in the middle of a face-down deck. These effects happen with clean and direct handling.

Full details

This trick uses gaff cards. These are cards that are not standard. A double-facer card has a face on both sides. A double-backer card has a back design on both sides. These cards are made to match a specific deck, like The MAD Deck from Madison Cards. The gaff cards look identical to normal cards from the same deck. This allows them to mix into the deck without suspicion. The trick involves techniques for transformations, changes, and sandwich effects. The method relies on the hidden properties of the gaff cards and natural handling by the performer.

Who should consider the trick

Magicians who use custom decks like The MAD Deck should consider this trick. It is for performers who want to add visual card changes to their routines. It is also good for magicians interested in using gaff cards to expand their card magic. The trick suits those who perform close-up magic or parlor magic.

Information on how difficult it is to perform

The difficulty is moderate. The physical actions are not complex. The challenge is in the handling and timing. The performer must practice to make the use of the gaff card look natural. The tutorial by DANIELmadison emphasizes natural handling to hide the method. Success depends on smooth execution and good misdirection. A magician with basic card handling skills can learn this trick with dedicated practice.

What magicians say

DANIELmadison discusses these gaff cards in a tutorial. He explains their use and potential. He views the gaff set as a powerful addition for a magician. He states the gaffs are designed to integrate seamlessly with the standard deck. This allows for deceptive and visually impactful routines. The tutorial shows how to use the gaffs in performance. The creator is enthusiastic about these tools. He stresses that their power is maximized with natural handling. The tutorial serves as a practical guide for using double-facers and double-backers.

What people are saying about Double-Facers Or Double-Backers

DANIELmadison says...

The gaffs are designed to integrate seamlessly with the standard deck for deceptive and visually impactful routines. [...] The creator is enthusiastic about the gaff set, viewing it as a powerful addition to a magician's arsenal.

Tutorial videos